- 995
John Brewster, Jr. (1766 - 1859)
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- John Brewster, Jr.
- Pair of Portraits: Lavinia and Dr. James Hall
- Oil on canvas
- 24 1/2 by 19 1/2 in.
- South Freeport, Maine
Provenance
Thomas Tafuri, Roxbury, Connecticut.
Condition
Each have been cleaned relined and restretched. There is some minor inpainting in the faces, a repaired tear in her collar and inpainting in her bonnet and cap. Minor inpainting in the background of both portraits.Period frames not original to the portraits.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.